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Hello, Alpine County Family! Let’s Connect! Phone (530)694-1816 June 26, 2020 DID YOU KNOW? Every year, during the month of June, the LGBT community celebrates in a number of different ways. Across the globe, various events are held during this special month as a way of recognizing the influence LGBT people have had around the world. Why was June chosen? Because that is when the Stonewall Riots took place, way back in 1969. What is LGBT or Gay Pride? It is a movement that celebrates sexual diversity. For lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people it is a way of protesting about discrimination and violence. It promotes their dignity, equal rights, self-affirmation and is a way of increasing society’s awareness of the issues they face. For assistance with your mental health contact Alpine County Behavioral Health Services Phone: (530)-694-1816 or 24/7 Crisis Line (800)-318-8212 Website: www.alpinecountyca.gov Other resources for mental health help: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for free 24/7 support Crisis Text Line: Text MHFA to 741741 for free 24/7 crisis counseling Lifeline Crisis Chat: Visit crisischat.org to talk online with crisis centers around the United States The Trevor Project: Call [PHONE REDACTED] or text “START” to 678678 for mental health support specialized for the community ---PAGE BREAK--- SAVE THE DATE Thursday July 9, 2020 at noon for the next 50+ Gathering on Zoom. Karen Dustman is presenting "The History of Tenacity: How Our Ancestors Coped," She encourages people to write down their own family stories of tenacity and resilience. They're great stories, good lessons to hand down and we are all looking forward to hear what others have to share. All welcome to join on July 9 th. Link to log on: or if you prefer to call in: 1-[PHONE REDACTED], Meeting ID: 978 8996 2502 We’d love to hear what YOU, our Alpine County community members, would like to see in this newsletter. We’d also like to showcase the talents we harbor here in our area. If you would be willing to share a “how to…” lesson, a poem or short story, artwork or something else, please contact us! Call or text [PHONE REDACTED], call 694-1816,or email [EMAIL REDACTED]. Beginning July 7, 2020 Behavioral Health will be offering 4: 1 hour Zoom yoga classes weekly: Monday & Wednesday 9-10am Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-6:30pm To receive the link to the classes, call our office at [PHONE REDACTED] and provide your email address. (No yoga class on Thursday July 2, 2020) This is a fun newsletter to reach out and help you keep your mind healthy and engaged. We will be emailing it out next month on Wednesdays July 1, 15 & 29. No copies will be mailed while staff continues to work from home, feel free to forward on or print and share a copy. ---PAGE BREAK--- Included in this issue are: 1. Links for inspiration, meditation, music: Another Pep Talk from Kid President 15 min Meditation for Self Love Powerful Shaman Drumming Native American Music young-people-cope-with-covid-19 Children’s Story Book Helps Children Cope with COVID-19 My Hero is You 2. ANSWERS to Mysteries in last issue of newsletter June 12, 2020 (and May 26 Hidden Words) 3. 8 Brain Teasers 4. Kindness Rocks 5. 2 Recipes for you to try at home (on following pages) 6. 3 new coloring pages (on following pages) Last Issues Mysteries ANSWERED HERE Mystery #1 Game Show Answer: You ask either man the following question: “If I asked the other guy which door has the money, what would he say?” and then choose the opposite door. Work it out: If you ask the question to the liar, he will lie about the ‘correct’ answer, so you must choose the opposite door. If you ask the truth teller, he will tell the truth about the lie, so you can choose the opposite door as well. Mystery #2 Stolen Ring Answer: As soon as the police got to the “crime scene,” they knew that Nicole has most likely staged the break-in. The glass from the broken window was all outside of the house, meaning that it had been broken from the inside. Answers to Hidden Word Brain Teasers in May 26, 2020 newsletter: Hidden Word CARNIVAL Hidden Word PANTHER 8 BRAIN TEASERS 1. Unscramble each word in this Chinese proverb: henW sword careh het pit fo rouy gouten, dolh kacb flah fo hetm. 2. What countries of the world can you list that are spelled with exactly five letters? 3. A palindrome is a word that is spelled the same both forward and backward. Examples include radar and level. List at least five more palindromes of three or more letters. 4. Without using a dictionary, list at least 5 words that come between embassy and emerald alphabetically. 5. Writer’s Challenge! Compose a sensible sentence that contains all of these: ---PAGE BREAK--- Two different plural nouns The name of a city Your first name An adjective that begins with C 6. Try these word transformations! A) Change one letter in ROAR to spell an animal. B) Change one letter in COAT to spell another animal. C) Change two letters in BUDGET to spell a third animal. 7. What words can you spell that start with S, end with S and have at least one S somewhere in the middle, and are not plurals? 8. What vegetable is spelled with five different vowels? ---PAGE BREAK--- Chris’ final rock from May Others nestled in a garden close by….. ---PAGE BREAK--- Crazy for Coconut Smoothie 1 cup coconut milk 1 cup water 1 banana 1 cup fresh or frozen pineapple ¼ cup coconut 1tbsp Maca powder 1 scoop plant-based protein 1 cup ice Mix all ingredients in blender & enjoy! Calories: 405, Fiber 7.2g, Sugar: 22g ---PAGE BREAK--- Yummy Honey Chicken Kabobs Prep:15 mins, Cook:15 mins Additional: 2 hrs Total:2 hrs 30 mins Servings:12 Yield:12 servings. Ingredients ¼ cup vegetable oil ⅓ cup honey ⅓ cup soy sauce ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper 8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes 2 cloves garlic 5 small onions, cut into 2 inch pieces 2 red bell peppers, cut into 2 inch pieces 12 eaches skewers Honey chicken kabobs with veggies. You can marinate overnight and make these kabobs for an outdoor barbecue as a tasty alternative to the usual barbecue fare! Fresh mushrooms and cherry tomatoes can also be used. (This can also be done in the broiler) ---PAGE BREAK--- Directions Step 1 In a large bowl, whisk together oil, honey, soy sauce, and pepper. Before adding chicken, reserve a small amount of marinade to brush onto kabobs while cooking. Place the chicken, garlic, onions and peppers in the bowl, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours (the longer the better). Step 2 Preheat the grill for high heat. Step 3 Drain marinade from the chicken and vegetables, and discard marinade. Thread chicken and vegetables alternately onto the skewers. Step 4 oil the grill grate. Place the skewers on the grill. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, until chicken juices run clear. Turn and brush with reserved marinade frequently. ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK---